$110,000
PENDING $20K PRICE DROP

615 S 5th St Watseka, IL 60970

Estimated payment $778/month

Total Views 62,720
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,188 Sq Ft
$93 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Laundry Room
  • First Floor Utility Room
  • Living Room
  • 1-Story Property

About This Home

Charming, comfortable, and conveniently located - this classic ranch home at 615 S. 5th St. offers the perfect blend of functionality and warmth. With 3 spacious bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and nearly 1,200 square feet of living space, this home is ideal for those seeking one-level living with everyday ease. Inside, the sunlit living room welcomes you with soft carpet underfoot, neutral tones, and a ceiling fan overhead. The adjacent eat-in kitchen offers a thoughtful layout, ample cabinet space, and an inviting dining area by the window - perfect for enjoying a morning coffee or a casual meal with family. Step outside and you'll find a generous 0.22-acre lot with mature landscaping, a dedicated fire pit area tucked into the tree-lined yard, and a detached garage for extra storage or hobby space. Located just blocks from the local hospital and nearby schools, this home delivers both comfort and convenience. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizer, or investor, this one checks all the boxes.

Listing Agent

Tim Smith

Smith's Real Estate Services, License #471021755 Listed on: 11/03/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,211

Year Built

  • Built in 1948

Lot Details

  • 9,583 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 198
  • Property is zoned SINGL

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,188 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • First Floor Utility Room
  • Crawl Space
  • Range

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Water Softener Leased

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,211

Year Built

Built in 1948

Lot Details

9,583 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Contingent
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: UnderContract
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • LivingArea: 1188
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Rented, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: Utility Room-1st Floor
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1188
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 1188
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.22
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 X 198
  • Zoning: SINGL
  • Rural (Y/N): Y
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 21
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2210.66
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

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Home Values in the Area

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Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $2,211 $32,860 $8,270 $24,590
2023 $2,211 $29,080 $7,320 $21,760
2022 $1,917 $27,960 $7,040 $20,920
2021 $1,608 $25,390 $6,390 $19,000
2020 $1,506 $24,350 $6,130 $18,220
2019 $1,411 $23,550 $5,930 $17,620
2018 $1,349 $22,940 $5,780 $17,160
2017 $1,346 $22,540 $5,680 $16,860
2016 $1,354 $22,540 $5,680 $16,860
2015 $1,212 $22,260 $5,610 $16,650
2014 $1,212 $21,860 $5,510 $16,350
2013 $1,496 $22,820 $5,750 $17,070
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/21/2026 04/21/26 Pending -- -- --
12/09/2025 12/09/25 Price Changed $110,000 -4.3% $93 / Sq Ft
12/01/2025 12/01/25 Price Changed $114,900 -4.2% $97 / Sq Ft
11/23/2025 11/23/25 Price Changed $119,900 -7.7% $101 / Sq Ft
11/03/2025 11/03/25 For Sale $129,900 -- $109 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $60,000 --
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Tim Smith

Smith's Real Estate Services,

(779) 444-4930

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I have spent the majority of my life in the healthcare field and after reaching the level of CEO decided that it was time for a change. My father has been a Realtor for over 30 years and I have joined him in his office, Smith's Real Estate Services, LTD. I believe in servant leadership and plan to provide the same level of care and understanding with my Real Estate clients as I did with my patients, their families, providers, and staff in the Healthcare arena!

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MLS Number: 12510145

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 26-05-278-010

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